I’m a School of Media Arts and Design (SMAD) graduate with a concentration with Digital Video and Cinema (DVC) and a minor in Educational Media. Having a passion for creative storytelling, live music, and digital media strategy. Whether I’m behind the drum kit or behind the scenes managing content and logistics, I thrive in roles that blend creativity with coordination. As the manager and drummer of my local band, I lead promotion, booking, and show coordination while also contributing to the music itself. I’m also deeply involved in projects around the city and known for connections. I had founded a social media account called JMUFits at my university. Hired alongside a team of people to continue this account which has currently almost 5,000 followers built from the ground up. I'm always looking for opportunities that connect media, music, and meaningful storytelling.

Hassan Ali

I’m a School of Media Arts and Design (SMAD) graduate with a concentration with Digital Video and Cinema (DVC) and a minor in Educational Media. Having a passion for creative storytelling, live music, and digital media strategy. Whether I’m behind the drum kit or behind the scenes managing content and logistics, I thrive in roles that blend creativity with coordination. As the manager and drummer of my local band, I lead promotion, booking, and show coordination while also contributing to the music itself. I’m also deeply involved in projects around the city and known for connections. I had founded a social media account called JMUFits at my university. Hired alongside a team of people to continue this account which has currently almost 5,000 followers built from the ground up. I'm always looking for opportunities that connect media, music, and meaningful storytelling.

Available to hire

I’m a School of Media Arts and Design (SMAD) graduate with a concentration with Digital Video and Cinema (DVC) and a minor in Educational Media. Having a passion for creative storytelling, live music, and digital media strategy. Whether I’m behind the drum kit or behind the scenes managing content and logistics, I thrive in roles that blend creativity with coordination.

As the manager and drummer of my local band, I lead promotion, booking, and show coordination while also contributing to the music itself. I’m also deeply involved in projects around the city and known for connections.

I had founded a social media account called JMUFits at my university. Hired alongside a team of people to continue this account which has currently almost 5,000 followers built from the ground up.

I’m always looking for opportunities that connect media, music, and meaningful storytelling.

See more

Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Intermediate

Work Experience

Photographer at Life on Jupiter Magazine (remote)
August 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance concert photographer in the music industry, capturing visually appealing images for social media and showcasing intimate moments during events.
Drummer at The Anticline
January 1, 2024 - Present
Music creator; producing songs while running social media as well as connecting with others for booking.
Videographer / Photographer at WXJM
August 1, 2023 - November 1, 2024
Covering live events, interviews, and producing media for the organization. Managed a creative process under strict deadlines to create and promote appealing content for the organization.

Education

Bachelor's Degree at James Madison University
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

Dean's List
December 1, 2021 - January 18, 2026
Creative Excellence
May 1, 2025 - January 18, 2026
Official Photographer
August 1, 2025 - January 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other